He has structured and negotiated hospital mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other business transactions, including asset purchases and stock purchases, representing both buyers and sellers. He has advised clients on joint ownership of ambulatory surgery centers and diagnostic services, addressing anti-kickback, Stark, licensure, and certification, and has assisted health care providers in developing captive insurance programs, both onshore and offshore.

Mr. Shipman has served on the boards of directors of the Michigan Society of Hospital Attorneys, the Montgomery Hospital, the Lourdes Home and the Detroit Artists Market.

He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2018 under Health Care, in Michigan Super Lawyers 2017 under Health Care, and in DBusiness Magazine 2018 "Top Lawyers" under Health Care. He is AV Preeminent® Peer Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Honors, Awards, and Recognition

The Best Lawyers in America® 2013-2018, Health Care

DBusiness Magazine "Top Lawyers" 2010-2018, Health Care

Michigan Super Lawyers 2014-2017, Health Care

Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence; Endorsed for High Ethical Standing